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Associated British Foods (ABF) Earnings Dates, Call Summary & Reports

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Earnings Data

Report Date
Apr 28, 2026
TBA (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)
Consensus EPS Forecast
0.85
Last Year’s EPS
0.84
Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 9 Analysts Ratings

Earnings Call Summary

Q4 2025
Earnings Call Date:Nov 04, 2025|
% Change Since:
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a mixed picture with positive developments such as a new buyback program, Primark's store rollout success, and growth in the ingredients segment. However, these were offset by challenges like the decline in group sales and profit, sugar segment losses, and weak consumer environments affecting Primark's performance in Europe.
Company Guidance
In the recent call, ABF's management provided guidance for the fiscal year 2026, highlighting several key metrics and strategic initiatives. The group reported a 1% decline in sales and a 12% drop in adjusted operating profit for 2025, attributed mainly to a significant downturn in sugar profits, which fell from close to GBP 200 million in 2024 to breakeven in 2025. Despite these challenges, ABF announced a new GBP 250 million buyback program for 2026, reflecting confidence in future prospects. Capital expenditure remained substantial at GBP 1.2 billion, with a focus on growth and efficiency projects across Primark and food businesses. Primark's initiatives included driving like-for-like sales growth and space expansion, with adjusted operating profit up by 2% to GBP 1.1 billion. In 2026, ABF expects adjusted operating profit and EPS growth, with specific improvements projected in sugar profitability due to lower beet costs and operational efficiencies. The company also foresees growth contributions from new store openings and ongoing investments in product and digital capabilities. Looking ahead, ABF emphasized its commitment to delivering long-term shareholder value through disciplined capital allocation and strategic brand development.
New Buyback Program Announced
ABF announced a new buyback program of GBP 250 million to be completed in 2026, following GBP 594 million of buybacks in 2025.
Strong Capital Returns to Shareholders
Over the last 3 years, ABF has returned GBP 3.2 billion to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks.
Primark's Store Rollout Success
Primark's store rollout program contributed 4% to growth with good execution across key markets in Europe and the U.S.
Primark's Improvement in the UK
Primark's UK trading showed a good sequential improvement with like-for-like sales broadly flat in the second half, gaining market share.
Positive Growth in Ingredients Segment
Adjusted operating profit for Ingredients grew 16% at constant currency, supported by a continued focus on productivity savings and good management of input costs.
Successful Sugar Mill Launch in Tanzania
The new sugar mill in Tanzania began production, expected to significantly increase domestic supply and contribute to a 20% return in the medium term.
Robust Grocery Segment Performance
Twinings and Ovaltine delivered good sales growth, supported by marketing investment and product innovation.

Associated British Foods (GB:ABF) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

The upcoming earnings date is based on a company’s previous reporting, and may be updated when the actual date is announced

GB:ABF Earnings History

Report Date
Fiscal Quarter
Forecast / EPS
Last Year's EPS
EPS YoY Change
Press Release
Slides
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Apr 28, 2026
2026 (Q2)
0.85 / -
0.836
Nov 04, 2025
2025 (Q4)
0.90 / 0.96
1.064-9.77% (-0.10)
Apr 29, 2025
2025 (Q2)
0.82 / 0.84
0.904-7.52% (-0.07)
Nov 05, 2024
2024 (Q4)
1.02 / 1.06
0.79833.33% (+0.27)
Apr 23, 2024
2024 (Q2)
0.81 / 0.90
0.6245.81% (+0.28)
Nov 07, 2023
2023 (Q4)
0.77 / 0.80
0.6719.10% (+0.13)
Apr 25, 2023
2023 (Q2)
0.64 / 0.62
0.638-2.82% (-0.02)
Nov 08, 2022
2022 (Q4)
0.60 / 0.67
0.44450.90% (+0.23)
Apr 26, 2022
2022 (Q2)
0.62 / 0.64
0.251154.18% (+0.39)
Nov 09, 2021
2021 (Q4)
0.34 / 0.44
0.2670.77% (+0.18)
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GB:ABF Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Nov 04, 2025
2280.00p2212.00p-2.98%
Apr 29, 2025
2216.80p2013.84p-9.16%
Nov 05, 2024
2194.66p2264.65p+3.19%
Apr 23, 2024
2384.06p2598.12p+8.98%
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.

FAQ

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Associated British Foods (GB:ABF) is schdueled to report earning on Apr 28, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
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            GB:ABF EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.85.
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